Zethembiso Zenkosi Nyawo

• Rendering clinical services in various wards according to the HPCSA regulations and Batho Pele principles
• Providing primary health care at local clinics, old age facilities and prison facilities
• Diagnosing and treating medical emergencies
• Mother and child health including PMTCT
• Antenatal and postnatal care
• Familiar with TB and HIV/AIDS guidelines
• Completing medico-legal document
• Minor surgical procedures in casualty and out-patient department
• Performing caesarian sections, and minor surgical procedures in theatre
• Providing primary health care at local clinics, old age facilities and prison facilities
• Managing patients living with physical and mental disabilities
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
• Mentored junior medical staff members through hands-on training sessions, reinforcing key concepts and guiding their professional growth.
• Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Reviewed complex cases alongside colleagues during peer consultations to develop consensus on appropriate courses of action for challenging scenarios.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
• Encouraging team building and skills re-incorcement with colleagues
• Clear communication with patients and allied healtcare workers
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and latest protocols

Over the two years of internship, I acquired essential skills that assisted with consolidating my medical school knowledge. I rotated through various departments and learned to be part of a team, learned about holistic patient care and reponsibility, all done under continuous supervision.